Tag: Surgery: Misc.
Most Surgical Residents Want Financial Education
Large majority of surgical residents surveyed had a moderate- or high-risk debt-to-asset ratio
Lumpectomy + Radiation May Cut Breast Cancer Mortality in DCIS
Lumpectomy, radiotherapy tied to reduction in breast cancer mortality versus lumpectomy, mastectomy
Opioid Dependence More Common Before Spine Surgery
Findings based on large study of patients having surgery for degenerative spondylolisthesis
Sedation Level Doesn’t Impact Delirium Risk After Hip Fx Repair
In subgroup analysis, heavier versus lighter sedation doubled risk of delirium in low comorbid states
Military-Civilian Trauma System Partnership Developed
Partnership being fostered that will allow surgeons to retain skills between periods of conflict
ACS Briefing Discusses Use of Lessons From Combat Care
Techniques from the battlefield have been used to save civilian lives, including tourniquet to stop bleeds
Childbearing Surgical Residents Often Feel Career Dissatisfaction
Perceived pregnancy stigma, no formal maternity leave, altered training tied to dissatisfaction
Revision Rates for Arthritis-Related Hip Replacement Down
Use of cross-linked polyethylene bearing surface led to the reduction
One-Third of Canadian Patients Get Hip Fx Repair Within 24 Hours
Hospital factors have a larger impact on delays than physician factors
Resource Use Greater for More Severe Pediatric Appendicitis
Findings suggest need for reimbursement to have severity adjustment, especially in underserved areas
